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Top Ten Seniors, top (left): Mayela Aldaz, Jeremiah Alexander Balcazar,  Karla Becerra, Joselyn Cardenas Anaya and Lisa Haisan. Bottom (left): Steven Taylor Harmon, Beatriz Madrigal Sanchez, Andre Perez-Orozco, Claudia Preza and Esteban Quintanilla.

Hard-working seniors are recognized with prestigious award

Jose Soto, Staff Reporter May 5, 2015

As a child, senior mechanical engineering major Joselyn Cardenas would look up at planes as they flew by and knew one day she wanted to help design them. She is now one step closer to fulfilling her childhood dream. Not only is Cardenas about to graduate,...

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The pursuit of graduate school is for the motivated

Lorain Ambrocio, Editor in Chief May 5, 2015

Many students already know where they will pursue graduate school, as acceptance letters rolled in during the semester. But for those still contemplating whether they should go to graduate school, the age-old question is sure to be asked after the graduation...

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About four-in-10 U.S. household owners who are younger than 40 years old currently have some student debt, according to a Pew Research Center Report conducted in 2014.

Paying off loans troublesome for many, national student loan debt reaches $1.1 trillion

Amanda Guillen, Managing Editor May 5, 2015

According to a Pew Research Center Report conducted in 2014, about four-in-10 U.S. household owners who are younger than 40 currently have some student debt. This is the highest share on record, some UTEP alums say that loan de bt is something that can...

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Protestors unite for Immigration rights

Maria Esquinca, Copy Editor April 30, 2015

  More than 300 El Pasoans marched under the blazing sun to protest against a slew of anti-immigration bills filled in the Texas legislature this session. Beginning at Armijo Park and ending at Cleveland Square, protestors marched through...

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UTEP Dinner Theatre entertains audiences for 32 years

UTEP Dinner Theatre entertains audiences for 32 years

Amanda Guillen, Managing Editor April 28, 2015

As the curtain rises, the UTEP Dinner Theatre prepares to finish up their production of “Mary Poppins” in their 32nd year. “Mary Poppins” is among the many acclaimed musicals the UDT has produced. As the only year-round full-time dinner theater...

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Texas legislation moving to ban powdered alcohol

Texas legislation moving to ban powdered alcohol

Alonso Moreno, Staff Reporter April 28, 2015

The idea of bringing “powderitas” to outdoor activities or parties without the added bulk of a bottle might not become a reality as Texas looks to ban powdered alcohol. A bill by state Rep. Charlie Geren, R-Fort Worth, would ban the sale and possession...

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New postage stamp honors writer Maya Angelou

Alicia Alvarez, SHFWire Intern April 28, 2015

WASHINGTON – Maya Angelou’s smiling face greeted members of the crowd as they entered the Warner Theatre on April 7. The late African-American author was honored by the United States Postal Service with postage stamp as part of its forever collection....

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Landmark Radiohead album preserved at Library of Congress

Jose Soto, SHFWire Intern April 28, 2015

Radiohead’s 1997 landmark album, “OK Computer,” has just earned a new credential. The album won the 1998 Grammy for best alternative album and has been a favorite among fans, including myself. Now, it will be preserved by the Library of Congress. “OK...

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The Art Junction studio tour, which took place April 18 and 19, is located at 500 West Paisano St.

Art Junction studio ignites local artists creativity

Jose Soto, Staff Reporter April 28, 2015

Art enthusiasts in the city had the opportunity to see work from local artists and some artistic ensembles last week. The local artists showcased their pieces, from abstract acrylic pieces and bronze sculptures to artisan jewelry, during a two-day event. The...

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UTEP students personalize their coke cans near Leech Grove.

Share a Coke Tour makes stop at UTEP

Andres Martinez, Staff photographer April 27, 2015

The Share a Coke Summer Tour made a stop at UTEP, near Leech Grove, Monday afternoon. The Share A Coke Tour is a public advertisement campaign, which encourages people to personalize their coke cans with a name and share it with a friend or family...

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Professor aims to help turn rotting trash into a profit

Professor aims to help turn rotting trash into a profit

Alonso Moreno, Staff Reporter April 21, 2015

Landfills, with rotting waste as far as the eye can see, may soon stop being a problem and an eyesore, as a new patent may transform them into profit-making sites. Russell Chianelli, a chemistry professor at UTEP, has invented a new process that would...

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Regional water shortages prompt researchers for change

Regional water shortages prompt researchers for change

Maria Esquinca, Copy Editor April 21, 2015

Josiah Heyman, professor of sociology and anthropology, and William Hargrove, director of the Center for Environmental Resource Management, come from two very different backgrounds, but they are united not only by the five year, multi-institution $4.9...

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